No matter what else was going on in his life or where he was—traveling to make movies, at the White House, or sometimes just across the room—Ronald Reagan wrote letters to Nancy Reagan, to express his love, thoughts, and feelings, and to stay in touch. Through these extraordinary letters and reflections, the private character and life of an American president and his first lady are revealed. Nancy Reagan reflects with love and insight on the letters, on her husband, and on the many phases of their life together. A love story spanning half a century and the private life of this classic American couple come vividly alive in this rare and inspiring book.
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Ronnie's love letters go public. Bonnie Smothers
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“I love you, Ronnie...will move, charm, and cheer...revealing Reagan the man.”
—The Washington Post
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By K. Templeton
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This book was written by Nancy about their relationship and early life together. There are some love notes in his own handwriting in the book. It gives you an appreciation for the husband, that was Ronald Reagan. I loved this book - a great Valentine's gift or Anniversary gift.
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By J. R Selfe
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I loved this book. There was little commentary by Nancy so you're left to judge him for yourself. The vast majority of the book is composed of the actual letters he wrote to her and what woman wouldn't love to have a husband say these things to her?? I also appreciated that she put in a couple of non-positive occurances and verbiage that things weren't always perfect. The other thing I liked was that she wasn't embarrassed by their pet nick-names they had for each other. I've been married and my late husband and I had silly nick-names for each other. I'd be embarrassed to tell them publically in a book so I admire that she spent about two sentences explaining them and let it go at that. If you want to understand a truly loving relationship (no matter what your politcal views), this is a must read.
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made me mad. But whereas I might get mad or Nancy would be furious, Ronnie would laugh it off as "they're just having a bad day." This was the type of marriage we hope for, dream about, talk about. It is the kind most kids want to see from their parents, the type parents desire for their children, one where they are newlyweds for 50 years. Patti Davis said she knows her father loved his children but when Nancy walked into the room, there was no one else. Just perfect!!
These letters reveal a man helplessly and deeply in love with all his heart. If this is corny or childish, so be it. The world would be a better place if relationships could be this strong. He says it over and over, "You are my life, you saved my soul." The President could wax poetic and plumb the depth of emotions, something few ever manage. The letters were not only loving and tender but also erudite, witty, colorful and quite original. (My favorites are those written in the same room or those in which he refers to himself in the third person.) This is perhaps one of the best personal portraits of an American President that exist.
The letters range over a period of several years and contain some biographical data. Just to set the record straight, the proceeds from this book went to an Alzheimer's fund; the family received not one penny.
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GREAT LOVE STORY
seldom read books written by celebrities as too often they are only self serving pap. HOWEVER, this is one of the greatest love stories of all times. Read more
Published on July 11 2004 by Shane Gleason
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Beautiful Glimpse into the Private Life of Ronald Reagan
What a warm, touching tribute to our late President from his wife! The letters lovingly saved by Nancy Reagan show us a portrait of a genuine, down-to-earth man. Read more
Published on Jun 15 2004 by L. Kelly
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Sweet
When Ronald Reagan was President I was just a kid. I always liked him, but thought of him as a Mr. Cleaver type of guy. Kind of old school, out of touch, and geeky. Read more
Published on Jun 12 2004
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I Love You, Ronnie
Ronnald Reagan a man we will all remember and now even more through his letters saved my his loving wife Nancy. Read more
Published on Jun 11 2004 by L. Hobson
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Heartwarming insight as rich in poetry as it is in history.
I, like so many others, was saddened by the death of Ronald Reagan just a handful of days ago. Innundated by coverage as we have been lately, one strip of video had a particularly... Read more
Published on Jun 10 2004 by Christian Hunter
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Wow. Shocking.
Wow. I had no idea that Reagan wrote so childishly over and over and over again. His emotional maturity seemed to be stunted at 14. He seems to think that romance is love. Read more
Published on Jan 16 2004
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Dear Mommy Poop Pants
What grown man would refer to his wife as "Mommy Poop Pants"? This is infantile stuff.
Published on Sep 26 2003
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Honor and love
A beautiful picture of a honorable man and woman in love. I never realized the cynicism that grew in my heart during the Clinton administration until I found myself refreshed and... Read more
Published on Aug 12 2003
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A nice read
This is a lovely book that offers people a great inside look at personal side of Ronald Reagan. Since reading this, I have read 3 other Reagan books, but this one still remains my... Read more
Published on April 9 2003 by "wishful13"
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Helpful Hints for Husbands
Have you read any 'feel good' books lately? Then read this one! I would recommend this book to every husband in America. Read more
Published on Jan 27 2003 by Monty Rainey
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